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Can Team India repeat historic feat in Hockey World Cup?

Can Team India repeat historic feat in Hockey World Cup?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

With one win and a draw, India are currently placed on top of Pool C ahead of Belgium

Sauber to reveal new team before end of season

Sauber to reveal new team before end of season

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Sauber will announce their 2013 driver line-up before the end of the Formula One season but nothing has been decided yet, team chief executive Monisha Kaltenborn said.

Hockey Year Ender 2022: Indian women steal limelight

Hockey Year Ender 2022: Indian women steal limelight

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

India women claim hockey CWG medal after 16 years

India stun China to qualify for Chess Olympiad quarters

India stun China to qualify for Chess Olympiad quarters

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Four draws and two wins on Under-20 boards helped India pull off the victory against the Chinese.

Team effort the key, says Bumrah after demolishing Sri Lanka

Team effort the key, says Bumrah after demolishing Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

Jasprit Bumrah was keen to share the plaudits with the rest of the attack, even though he was the undoubted star of the bowling show during India's seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka.

Hockey World Cup 2022: Schedule

Hockey World Cup 2022: Schedule

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

The schedule for the Hockey World Cup.

CONCACAF football: Gold Cup US edge Costa Rica, Cuba through

CONCACAF football: Gold Cup US edge Costa Rica, Cuba through

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

The United States topped Group C with a 1-0 win over Costa Rica on Tuesday while Cuba also advanced to the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarter-finals as one of the best third-place teams after beating Belize by four goals.

Soccer PIX: City shocked by Wolves; United lose; Spurs sink Liverpool

Soccer PIX: City shocked by Wolves; United lose; Spurs sink Liverpool

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Champions Manchester City slipped to a shock first Premier League defeat of the season at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, while Manchester United's campaign of woe continued with a loss to Crystal Palace.

Goodbye Luka

Goodbye Luka

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Croatia's defeat meant this could be the end of the road for Luka Modric as far as his international career is concerned.

PHOTOS: Rayo Vallecano shock Real Madrid!

PHOTOS: Rayo Vallecano shock Real Madrid!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Rayo Vallecano came from behind to beat Real Madrid 3-2 on Monday with the champions failing to reclaim top spot in the standings after two consecutive games without a win.

EPL PIX: United down Forest; Arsenal draw at West Ham

EPL PIX: United down Forest; Arsenal draw at West Ham

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Manchester United climbed to third place in their quest for a berth in next season's Champions League.

Mallya reminds Force India drivers that team comes first

Mallya reminds Force India drivers that team comes first

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Force India co-owner Vijay Mallya reminded drivers Sergio Perez and Esteban Ocon that the team must take priority after a collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix wrecked hopes of a first win in Formula One.

EPL: Brazilian battle to ensue at North London derby

EPL: Brazilian battle to ensue at North London derby

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Tite likes Tottenham striker Richarlison, saying "he only has eyes for the goal" while Gabriel Jesus, who failed to score in five appearances at the 2018 World Cup, appears to now be vying with the likes of Raphinha and Antony for a wide role in the Selecao.

EPL PIX: United lose to West Ham; Arsenal down Newcastle

EPL PIX: United lose to West Ham; Arsenal down Newcastle

Rediff.com8 May 2023

A howler by Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea gifted West Ham United three vital points in their battle against relegation as the hosts secured a 1-0 Premier League win.

PIX: Ladakh's Frozen Lake Marathon sets new Guinness record

PIX: Ladakh's Frozen Lake Marathon sets new Guinness record

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

The Union Territory of Ladakh created history by successfully conducting its maiden 21-km trail running event in sub-zero temperature at 13,862 feet high Pangong Tso.

PICS: Italy cruise past 10-man Wales and top group

PICS: Italy cruise past 10-man Wales and top group

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Italy will face the runners-up of Group C next in London on June 26, while Wales will take on the runners-up of Group B on the same day in Amsterdam.

Euro: Will Germany's Boateng be fit in time for last 16?

Euro: Will Germany's Boateng be fit in time for last 16?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew is confident key centre back Jerome Boateng will be fit for his side's last-16 encounter despite coming off with a calf problem during Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Northern Ireland.

Football PIX: Scotland stun Spain; Belgium beat Germany

Football PIX: Scotland stun Spain; Belgium beat Germany

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Scotland's Scott McTominay grabbed another brace of goals as they stunned a much-changed Spain side to earn a deserved 2-0 victory in their Euro 2024 qualifier.

Indian teams score at Chess Olympiad

Indian teams score at Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com20 Nov 2008

The Indian men's and women's teams scored identical 2.5-1.5 victories over Bosnia-Herzegovina and Italy respectively, in the sixth round of the 32nd chess Olympiad now underway in Dresden, Germany. The Indian men moved to joint-third place with 10 points out of a possible 12 in the Open section and are now behind Russia and Armenia, who share the lead on 11 points each. The women took their tally to nine points and share sixth place.

Euro 2016: Record worthless if Romania fail to progress, says Stancu

Euro 2016: Record worthless if Romania fail to progress, says Stancu

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Bogdan Stancu's achievement in becoming the first Romanian to score twice at a European Championship would mean nothing if his team failed to progress to the last 16, the striker said on Thursday. Romania can still secure their passage despite a 1-1 draw with Group A rivals Switzerland on Wednesday, most likely as one of the four best third-placed teams, but will probably need to beat Albania on Sunday.

PICS: Real Madrid title hopes dented; Roma ends Juventus' unbeaten run

PICS: Real Madrid title hopes dented; Roma ends Juventus' unbeaten run

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

In a big blow to Real Madrid's title hopes, Real Betis held them to a goalless draw in their La Liga encounter on Sunday.

Chess Olympiad: India 'B' win bronze; India 'A' women finish third

Chess Olympiad: India 'B' win bronze; India 'A' women finish third

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

India 'B' defeated Germany 3-1 in their final round match to end at third position.

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Selfless Son epitomises Korea's fighting spirit

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Son Heung-min's touch of class for the winner once again showed why he has been Asian Footballer of the Year seven times and why, with him in their ranks, South Korea will never admit defeat.

Renault used team orders: De la Rosa

Renault used team orders: De la Rosa

Rediff.com22 Aug 2005

Pedro de la Rosa has accused Renault of using illegal 'team orders' to help Fernando Alonso take second place at the Turkish Grand Prix.

Soccer wrap: Bayern win Bundesliga with last-gasp goal

Soccer wrap: Bayern win Bundesliga with last-gasp goal

Rediff.com28 May 2023

A summary of the concluding day's action in the Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and Saudi Pro League.

Praggnanandhaa wins Paracin Open

Praggnanandhaa wins Paracin Open

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Young Indian International Master V Pranav finished with 6.5 points after losing to Predke in the final round.

European soccer PIX: Barca stunned by Rayo Vallecano

European soccer PIX: Barca stunned by Rayo Vallecano

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Atletico celebrate anniversary with 3-1 comeback win over Mallorca

Babar proud of his match-winners as Pak stay in hunt

Babar proud of his match-winners as Pak stay in hunt

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Despite the win the Pakistan skipper expressed disappointment at the form shown by him and opener Mohammad Rizwan, as both the batters failed to contribute.

EPL PIX: Spurs rally to draw with United; Newcastle thump Everton

EPL PIX: Spurs rally to draw with United; Newcastle thump Everton

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

IMAGES from EPL matches played on Thursday.

ISSF World: India bags third Paris Olympics quota slot

ISSF World: India bags third Paris Olympics quota slot

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

India's tally in the premier tournament is 32 medals, including 12 gold, eight silver and 12 bronze.

India finish in top four as shuttlers, paddlers add to medal haul

India finish in top four as shuttlers, paddlers add to medal haul

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

India thus finished a fantastic badminton campaign with three gold, one silver and two bronze.

Verstappen inches closer to F1 title with Suzuka pole

Verstappen inches closer to F1 title with Suzuka pole

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Verstappen hustled his Honda-powered Red Bull around the popular figure-of-eight layout in one minute, 29.304 seconds

EPL PIX: Man City close in on title; Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Man City close in on title; Chelsea win

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday night.

Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole in Singapore

Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole in Singapore

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc secured pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix on Saturday after a furious Max Verstappen was forced to abandon his fastest lap for fear of running out of fuel.

'Tougher to satisfy Indian athletes' needs': IOA chief on Lovlina row

'Tougher to satisfy Indian athletes' needs': IOA chief on Lovlina row

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

The needs of Indian athletes during multi-sporting events are a tad more hard to satisfy than others, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Acting [resident Anil Khanna said on Thursday, referring to the controversy surrounding Lovlina Borgohain's coach Sandhya Gurung.

Unstoppable Verstappen vrooming towards greatness

Unstoppable Verstappen vrooming towards greatness

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

Verstappen suffered two retirements from the first three races but has otherwise finished all but two rounds in the top three.

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

IPL 2023: Shubman Gill Is Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player of IPL 2023.

Annual ICC Rankings: Australia, India rule the roost

Annual ICC Rankings: Australia, India rule the roost

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Australia, who beat England 4-0 in the Ashes in January, have moved from 119 to 128 rating points in the annual update that drops the 2018-19 season and reflects all series completed since May 2019.

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Tulsidas Balaram, who passed into the ages last week, was a member of the Indian football team which reached the semis at the Olympics and won an Asian Games gold medal.

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Hungary as Leclerc misses out again

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Hungary as Leclerc misses out again

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Red Bull's Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen won the Hungarian Grand Prix from 10th on the starting grid on Sunday as Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc suffered another strategy nightmare.